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School Highlights
South University-Savannah serves 716 students (93% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Private-state tuition: $16,360
- Acceptance Rate: 63%
- Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 57%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
South University-Savannah ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 58% over five years.
South University-Savannah
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Year Founded
1899
Total Faculty
48 staff
88 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe. Belong. Become.
Student Body
The student population of South University-Savannah has declined by 19% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The South University-Savannah diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 15% over five years.
Total Enrollment
716 students
2,178 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
664 students
797 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
52 students
1,381 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
270 students
1,758 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
225 students
855 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Graduate Students
439 students
77 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
45 students
1,678 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
7 students
31 students
% Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
10%
11%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
34%
35%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
43%
38%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
7%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.71
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
14%
24%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,100
$29,100
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $16,360 is more than the state average of $15,088. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$16,360
$15,088
Tuition Notes
$166 per quarter credit hour for active duty military after an Active Duty Grant, varies for other students.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,379
$12,069
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
63%
67%
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- South University's largest campus is located on the south side of Savannah. Located on nine acres of land, the school is convenient to Savannah's bustling midtown section and gives students easy access to the city's vibrant educational and cultural activities. South University's Savannah, GA campus is home to the School of Business, School of Health Professions, and School of Pharmacy. The original School of Business building was constructed in 1979 and then renovated in 2000. Also in 2000, the Health Professions building was opened and houses classroom and lab facilities for the Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist Assisting, and Medical Assisting programs. The Health Professions Building also houses the campus library, student lounge, and administrative offices. The campus library houses a large collection that includes an extensive law library. Students may retrieve periodicals in paper or electronic form. The campus library houses a large book collection that includes extensive law, business and medical resources. Students may also retrieve articles in print and electronic formats from its collection of periodicals, many of which are accessible anywhere from on- or off-campus. Some of the sources that make these services available include: WESTLAW, the computerized legal research service; GALILEO, the Georgia network of databases, Ovid Technologies, and LIRN, a Florida based database service. A nonsectarian, co-educational institution of higher education, South University in Savannah, Georgia, is authorized under the Georgia Non-public Postsecondary Educational Institutions Act of 1990 to confer doctoral, master's, bachelor's, and associate's degrees.South University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of South University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Zikora Nnabugwu, Doctor of Pharmacy 2025 -
- Jessica Johnson, Doctor of Pharmacy 2015 -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does South University-Savannah cost?
South University-Savannah's private state tuition is approximately $16,360.
What schools are South University-Savannah often compared to?
South University-Savannahis often viewed alongside schools like Savannah Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of South University-Savannah?
The acceptance rate of South University-Savannah is 63%, which is lower than the state average of 67%.
Who are famous alumni from South University-Savannah?
South University-Savannah famous alumni include: Zikora Nnabugwu, Doctor of Pharmacy 2025 and Jessica Johnson, Doctor of Pharmacy 2015.
What is South University-Savannah's ranking?
South University-Savannah ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is South University-Savannah located?
South University-Savannah is located in the Skyland Terrace And Greenway Park And Grove Park neighborhood of Savannah, GA.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to South University-Savannah is Savannah Technical College (1.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Savannah Technical College
Public
5717 White Bluff Rd
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 443-5700
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 443-5700
1.8 miles
Enrollment: 3,942 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 In-state tuition: $2,644 Out-state tuition: $4,780 Minority enrollment: 71%
1 University Boulevard
Bluffton, SC 29909
(843) 208-8000
Bluffton, SC 29909
(843) 208-8000
21.1 miles
Enrollment: 2,208 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Acceptance rate: 73% In-state tuition: $21,360 Out-state tuition: $32,406 Minority enrollment: 41%
921 Ribaut Road
Beaufort, SC 29901
(800) 768-8252
Beaufort, SC 29901
(800) 768-8252
37.9 miles
Enrollment: 2,461 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 In-state tuition: $4,660 Out-state tuition: $8,812 Minority enrollment: 56%
Ogeechee Technical College
Public
One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd
Statesboro, GA 30458
(912) 681-5500
Statesboro, GA 30458
(912) 681-5500
49.5 miles
Enrollment: 2,300 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Acceptance rate: 99% In-state tuition: $2,812 Out-state tuition: $4,948 Minority enrollment: 49%
College of Coastal Georgia
Public
One College Drive
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 279-5700
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 279-5700
61.0 miles
Enrollment: 3,468 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Acceptance rate: 98% In-state tuition: $4,510 Out-state tuition: $12,566 Minority enrollment: 40%
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